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    Dec 1, 2009, 08:05 AM
    I took out the spark plug cable and the car shut off and won't start
    I took the spark plug cable out and the car shut off and when I put the cable back in the car will not restart
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    Dec 1, 2009, 08:08 AM

    . What year, make, and engine?

    . Did you disconnect the spark plug wire from the plug or distributor cap?
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    Dec 1, 2009, 12:41 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by TxGreaseMonkey View Post
    . What year, make, and engine?

    . Did you disconnect the spark plug wire from the plug or distributor cap?

    It's a 97 honda civic 2dr coupe... I diconnected the spark plug wire from the plug while the car was runningand itjust shutoff
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    Dec 1, 2009, 01:19 PM

    . Test all under dash and under hood fuses with a test light or multimeter:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post252145

    Be very thorough, since it will save a lot of time and money.

    . Verify that the Check Engine Light comes on and goes off after 2 seconds, when the ignition switch is turned to ON (Position II).

    . Replace the coil, if the problem persists:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post265896

    Disconnecting the wire, while the engine was running, may have over-stressed and fried the coil. If it still doen't start, replace the ICM. Actually, I recommend replacing ICMs and coils every 120,000 miles or 10 years, whichever comes first. These are problematic components on Hondas.
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